Shirley Jo Finney - Actor Profile

Shirley Jo Finney

Acting
Freshness: Jan 25, 2026
11Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jul 14, 1949
Birth Place: Merced, California, USA

About Shirley Jo Finney

Shirley Jo Finney was a theater director and actor known for the 1975 TV biopic “Wilma.”

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shirley Jo Finney reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Shirley Jo Finney's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 18% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shirley Jo Finney remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Uncle Tom's Cabin, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shirley Jo Finney Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shirley Jo Finney's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Uncle Tom's Cabin (1987) movie poster
★7.0

Uncle Tom's Cabin: The life of an aging black slave, Tom, and the people he interacts with.

Uncle Tom's Cabin

1987•History
★6.8
The River Niger (1976) movie poster
★6.8

The River Niger: An intimate look at life in the ghetto: Johnny Williams is a house painter who moonlights as a poet, struggling to finan

The River Niger

1976•Drama
★6.3
Wilma (1977) movie poster
★6.3

Wilma: The story of American track sprinter Wilma Rudolph, who overcame physical handicaps to win three gold medals in the 1960

Wilma

1977•Drama
★6.3
Nuts (1987) movie poster
★6.3

Nuts: A high-class call girl accused of murder fights for the right to stand trial rather than be declared mentally incompeten

Nuts

1987•Drama
★6.0
Thornwell (1981) movie poster
★6.0

Thornwell: The story of James Thornwell, whose accusation that the U.S. Army used mind control drugs on him to force him to confess

Thornwell

1981•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shirley Jo Finney.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1990 Laker Girls Brenda Flop Similar →
1989 One Man Force Hazel Flop Similar →
1988 Moving Jr. High Secretary Average Similar →
1987 Nuts Correction Officer #2 Average Similar →
1987 Uncle Tom's Cabin Aunt Chloe Hit Similar →
1985 Echo Park Gloria Flop Similar →
1982 Hey Good Lookin' Chaplin (voice) Average Similar →
1981 Thornwell Lt. Stone Average Similar →
1977 Wilma Wilma Rudolph Average Similar →
1976 The River Niger Gail Hit Similar →
1976 Nashville Girl Frisky Flop Similar →

Shirley Jo Finney - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shirley Jo Finney?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shirley Jo Finney is "Uncle Tom's Cabin" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Shirley Jo Finney acted in?

Shirley Jo Finney has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shirley Jo Finney?

Other notable films include "The River Niger", "Wilma", and "Nuts".